Teen ServicesThe Arc of the Emerald Coast helps citizens of all ages with cognitive, intellectual, and development disabilities, and their families. They offer the following programs and services:
Avow Hospice provides Avow Kids. This program is designed for children ages 5 to 17, and provides support and companionship to children who are grieving. The reason might be the loss of a parent, sibling, friend, or relative through illness, accident, deportation, suicide, or homicide. Please call or visit website for more information.
Bartow Chamber of Young Professionals provides Engage. This program helps young professionals with career opportunities.
Programs include:
Please call 863.533.7125 or visit website for more information.
BASE Camp acts as a support base. Where children and their families can turn to for help and support. The group offers a variety of programs and services. They also offer support groups and other family activities. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Family Programs & Services Available:
Bay County Health Department provides a range of Health Services to those in need. Services are provided to residents of Bay County.
Services include:
Guardian ad Litem (GAL) provides Beds for Kids. This program provides a bed and bedding for a child in need. Please call or visit website for more information.
This group provides a variety of behavioral healthcare services. Their locations are spread across six counties. The services provided are for all ages. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
Services and Programs Available Include:
Children in foster care can receive many services under this program. Those who need a more structured home may be in therapeutic foster care. They may step down to supported foster care at a later time. In-home counseling provides services to clients in their home or school. Outpatient counseling is provided at Camelot's offices. Clients can also get targeted case management.
Please see the website for details.
LifeStream provides Social Services through Anthony House. It is a transitional housing facility. They offer individuals and family’s housing. They also offer teaching skills that help them to become self-sufficient. Services may include:
Call for more information
Big Brothers Big Sisters mentors youth in need. They offer a wide variety of programs that pair children, ages 6 through 18, with role models in one-to-one relationships. Please call or visit website for more information.
